Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 loaf

Panera Sourdough bread

4 unit

garlic cloves

peeled

2 unit

boneless skinless chicken breast halves

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 pinch

fresh ground pepper

8 slice

sourdough bread

1 head

romaine lettuce

cut in 1-inch slices

0.33 cup

caesar salad dressing

prepared

0.25 cup

grated parmesan cheese

0.5 unit

red onion

halved

1 unit

tomatoes

cut into wedges

Step 1
~2 min

Mince garlic.

Step 2
~2 min

Slice chicken into 1/4-inch pieces.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet.

Step 4
~2 min

Saute garlic in olive oil for 30 seconds.

Step 5
~2 min

Add chicken to the skillet and saute until cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Season chicken with pepper to taste.

Step 7
~2 min

Grill or broil sourdough bread until lightly toasted, about 1 minute per side.

Step 8
~2 min

In a bowl, toss romaine lettuce, caesar salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, and red onion together.

Step 9
~2 min

Add sauteed chicken to the salad mixture.

Step 10
~2 min

Season to taste with pepper.

Step 11
~2 min

Pile the chicken Caesar mixture onto 4 slices of toasted sourdough bread.

Step 12
~2 min

Top with remaining toast slices.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve with tomatoes on the side (optional).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for extra flavor.

Add a dash of hot sauce to the caesar dressing for a spicy kick.

Use a panini press to create a warm, pressed sandwich.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chicken can be sauteed ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium (Garlic)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or fruit.

Offer a variety of drink options such as iced tea or lemonade.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Potato chips
Side salad
Fruit salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popularized by American fast-food chains.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Picnic
Casual Dining

Popularity Score

75/100

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